Dodi, scientifically known as Leptadenia reticulata, is a perennial, much branched, twining shrub belonging to the Apocynaceae family. It's commonly called Jivanti and is known for its medicinal properties in Ayurveda. The plant features yellowish-brown bark, ovate, cordate (heart-shaped) leaves, and greenish-yellow flowers. 

Detailed Description:

Growth Habit: Leptadenia reticulata is a twining shrub, meaning it grows by wrapping around other plants or structures for support. 

Bark: The bark of the plant is yellowish-brown and deeply cracked. 

Leaves: The leaves are ovate (egg-shaped), cordate (heart-shaped), and leathery (coriaceous). The upper surface is smooth (glabrous), while the underside is finely hairy. 

Flowers: The flowers are greenish-yellow and grow in lateral or sub-axillary cymes (clusters). They are small, with a star-shaped appearance, and have a short tube with lobes that are folded and hairy. 

Fruits: The fruits are follicle-shaped, sub-woody, and contain numerous seeds. 

Roots: The roots are rough, white or buff colored, with longitudinal ridges and furrows. 

Other Names: It's also known as Jivanti, Dodi, or Cork Swallowwort. 

Medicinal Properties:

Leptadenia reticulata is a valued herb in Ayurveda, known for its rejuvenating and revitalizing properties. 

It has been traditionally used to treat various ailments like tuberculosis, emaciation, fever, and respiratory disorders. 

It's also recognized for its lactogenic effects, meaning it can help improve milk production in nursing mothers. 

The plant contains various bioactive compounds, including α-amyrin, β-amyrin, ferulic acid, luteolin, diosmetin, rutin, β-sitosterol, stigmasterol, and hentriacontanol.